NHTSA — Electrical System Problems

2006 Pontiac G6 (Page 2 of 11)

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CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2006 Pontiac G6 has major problems with two areas fairly critical to the act of driving... steering & safety.

The 2006 G6 has a major defect trend with electronic power-assisted steering failure. The power steering cuts out while driving, making it extremely difficult to steer. G6 owners typically report spending $600 - $1,200+ to fix the problem, replacing either the entire steering column or the power assist motor.

In March 2010, GM recalled 1.3 million vehicles for this exact problem "...after receiving 1,100 complaints of power steering failures." However the 2006 G6 wasn't included in that recall.

In July 2010, GM issued a "Special Coverage Adjustment" — TSB #10183 — covering "certain" (not all) 2005, 2006 & 2008 Pontiac G6's for this power steering issue, up to 10 years/100k miles. However a large number of 2006 G6 owners have reported they were not covered by this campaign, based on VIN#.

As of late 2013 the NHTSA had well over 700 steering complaints on file for the 2006 G6, with 21 crashes & 12 injuries. The NHTSA closed their initial investigation in 2007, having determined that losing your power steering going over 15-20 mph isn't a big deal & that most crashes occurred at slow speeds, so not a safety risk. Ridiculous? Yep, we think so too.

The 2006 G6 also has an expensive problem with "popping" or "clunking" noises when turning, & that issue extends to newer model years as well.

Factor in the 2006 Pontiac G6's poor side impact protection & you end up with a vehicle you should steer clear of.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
7 / 4
Injuries / Deaths:
8 / 0
Average Mileage:
73,358 miles

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2006 Pontiac G6 electrical problems

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2006 Pontiac G6 Owner Comments (Page 2 of 11)

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problem #198

Nov 232018

G6

  • 10,700 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While driving I will go to exellerate and my RPM gage will flair up and then crash and my car will die out and I wil have to quickly get off the road without getting hit and try to restart my car if the RPM gage doesn't ingage the chances of it dying while driving is less but when it does I know at some point the car will die. It's happened on the highway with semi trucks driving behind me.

- Tiptonville, TN, USA

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problem #197

Aug 102018

G6 4-cyl

  • 0 miles
For the last week I have been having problems with the ignition to my car that it takes 3-5 times of me trying to start the car before the car will start. I took it to auto zone this morning to test everything, my starter etc. When they plugged it in to the sub port underneath where I put my feet for the gas and break it wouldn't give him any readings and he did this 3-4 times. He said the only thing he could say it was computer issues and if my service engine light was on to get it turned off. I looked for recalls but none came up. What do I do because computer work is very expensive. Any help or advice would be appreciated. The vehicle is stationary every time and it only does this when the vehicles sits for long periods/ over night. I turn everything from NY daytime lights, my radio and dome light off. It's had been doing this since August 10, 2018. My email is [xxx] you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Troy, OH, USA

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problem #196

Aug 092018

G6

  • 136,000 miles
While driving any speed, brake lights remain on. When pressing the brake, the brake lights turn off. Extremely dangerous and can possibly cause a rear end accident.

- Zion, IL, USA

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problem #195

Sep 012010

G6

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

1) stationary - keyless entry remote does not open either door after several times pressing the remote button. The door does not have a key hole to manually open either door or the trunk. 2) statonary or in motion - low beam lights are inoperable because both wiring connectors for low beam lights have melted and there are a lot of complaints online.

- Plano, TX, USA

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problem #194

Jun 232018

G6

  • 69,000 miles
Cruise control does not come on and brake lights are on without being used. Car only had 69000 miles

- Rio Rancho, NM, USA

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problem #193

Jul 062018

G6

  • 171,000 miles
Power steering goes out without warning. This happens randomly when driving. Most recent was driving home from New York on Friday and it went out. It comes back without warning as well. It is working fine now. Brake lights are on when driving and go off when the brakes are applied. This happens 95 percent of the time with them working the correct way getting less and less frequent.

- Ashtabula, OH, USA

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problem #192

Jan 012017

G6

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My brake lights stay on even when im driving and not applying any brakes on my 2006 G6 Pontiac...

- Stockton, CA, USA

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problem #191

May 182018

G6

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that there were several failures that randomly progressed upon purchasing the vehicle from a private seller. Due to the various failures, the vehicle was unable to pass state inspection. The vehicle was taken to four different independent mechanics, but a permanent remedy could not be provided to prevent the failures. The various mechanics replaced the throttle body, spark plugs, air flow sensor, and battery; however, the failures continued. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed, and failed to start and restart on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and it diagnosed that the master computer and the struts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle had not been diagnosed by a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was not available.

- Denver, CO, USA

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problem #190

Mar 262018

G6

  • 174,000 miles
My 2006 Pontiac lost its power steering I was in motion, in a parking lot, it was very difficult to steer it did come back but it was scary I was told it had a recall I called the company they said it ended in 2006 I did not own the vehicle then. The man ( danny he called himself at Pontiac) said I would have to pay for the cars diagnostics and repair. I need help!

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

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problem #189

Apr 012018

G6

  • 100,000 miles
Power steering went out and I found out it has been fixed before under warranty before I bought it! and yes I was driving the car! also the shifter has issues!

- Cedar Rapids, IA, USA

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problem #188

Mar 052018

G6

  • 162,500 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The steering colum became very hard to turn while driving.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

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problem #187

Mar 092018

G6

  • 161,000 miles
Under hard acceleration and at high speeds the power steering in the vehicle begins to fail and all of the electrical lights on the dash begins to flash and blink in a shortage type of way. The vehicle becomes almost impossible to control. There is a clunking noise in the steering wheel when you turn it left to right. If your going around a corner and hit the gas or use hard acceleration you loose steering control.

- Chula Vista, CA, USA

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problem #186

Feb 122018

G6

  • 0 miles
.sudden loss of electric power steering, out of no where while im driving on street or highway. Then sometimes when turning car on the power steering light comes on I'll turn the car off and turn it back on a few times and it will go away. Steering will also jerks to the right while driving I have gotten inner and outer tire rods done new tires and a new battery still having an issue suspensions are fine.

- Moline, IL, USA

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problem #185

Mar 052018

G6

  • 130,000 miles
While driving my vehicle down a city street the steering just locked up on me. I couldn't turn the wheel. Stopped the vehicle parked and restarted the vehicle I was able to get the steering to work. I have researched this issue online and found several complaints. However, when I went on GM website and enter my VIN# it shows no recalls; same on your site. I want to report this because this is a major safety issue I could have been in the processing of turning left or right and could have had a serious fatal accident!

- Warren, MI, USA

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problem #184

Oct 012017

G6

  • 188,000 miles
My car has been recalled twice due to electric steering. The power steering intermittently keeps going out well driving and or just starting the car. I have contacted the dealership and they only guarantee the parts replaced for 90 days. So they aren't backing the parts put on to make the vehicle safer. The car also has severe electrical issues. It has locked me in the car and has service air bag notices. The gauges go out well driving.

- Roy, UT, USA

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problem #183

May 102013

G6

  • 45,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. While driving at any speed and depressing the brake pedal, the brake lights went off and came back on when the brake pedal was released. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the roy robinson Chevrolet dealer (6616 35th ave, ne, marysville, wa 98271), but the failure could not be duplicated. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the gear was placed in neutral while the engine was running. The technician diagnosed that the body control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and issued a "special repair notice to the vehicle owners". the failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

- Lake Stevens, WA, USA

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problem #182

Dec 282017

G6

  • 211,000 miles
The brake lights started coming on without the pedal being pushed.then the battery started going dead randomly when parked.then all dashlights flickering, power locks locking and unlocking thereself, and lost accelerating power and shut off, all happened while in motion on city street.have trouble switching gear shift out of park.front brakes also locking up randomly when driving.

- Panama City Beach, FL, USA

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problem #181

Jan 032018

G6

  • 122,000 miles
ABS and traction control lights on dash came on during a routine drive, and remain on. Had mechanic inspect- concluded that both sensors working, malfunction due to no electricity being delivered. As a result, critical crash avoidance features (both anti-lock brake and traction control are critical) are disabled / failing. Repair would require tracing wire back to point of issue. Before having a private mechanic address, I learned of recall for this specific issue (NHTSA campaign number: 14V252000) effective Aug 18, 2014, whereby GM to address wiring harness with spacers and dielectrical lubricant. Contacted General Motors on this and told no open recall; told that it was already addressed by service at devan Chevrolet, wilton ct on Aug 13, 2015. I do acknowledge that I had the car at that dealer / service center on that date for another matter- I had no issues or symptoms with ABS and traction control while its possible that during that visit they actioned the remedy detailed in the recall, however, as there was no noted issue at that time, I am not sure they did anything that made a difference. Now that the symptoms are persistent, GM appears to declare no repair is required under the recall.

- Fairfield, CT, USA

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problem #180

Dec 112017

G6

  • 140,000 miles
Steering wheel stopped turning suddenly while driving

- Brooklyn Park, MN, USA

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problem #179

Nov 032017

G6

  • 16,700 miles
To whom it may concern: On November 03, 2017, my 2006 Pontiac G6 gtp, automobile was involved in an accident that flipped and crashed and causing serious injuries. The vehicle was going straight on the hwy and the car lost steering power and the car went to the right of the hwy. I was surprised to learn at that time there has been several recalls issued on this vehicle. Since purchasing this vehicle in 2013, I have only received one recall notice in 2015 and I took my Pontiac 06 G6 gtp to oaks GMC dealer to be fixed by GM, and I was not aware of any other recalls about the power steering until I found research through NHTSA after the accident, NHTSA recall identification number 15V064000,

- Anguilla, MS, USA

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